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About Wolf Ademeit
Wolf Ademeit, born 1954, lives in Duisburg, Germany. The author prefers calling himself a hobbyist, though his professional life has been always closely connected with this field – he owns an advertising agency and a photo studio. Wolf Ademeit first took interest in photography when studying lithographer's craft and it's been his passion since, for more than 30 years now.
It's Ademeit's distinctive approach that makes his works stand out of a long row of ever trendy black and white photography adepts or, speaking of his most known series, animalist masters. Unique of the author is his 'hobbyist' choice to capture expressive portraits of zoo animals. Rather than focusing on wildlife in their naturally beautiful habitats, Ademeit finds charm and personality in the facial expressions of his subjects alone. Call it 'animal portraits', if you wish. More than simply keeping a visual record, the photographer provides an artistic portrayal that is often reserved for human portraiture.
Says the author: "Only a few photographers use the photography of animals in zoos as an art form. I think this is a missed opportunity… With my pictures I would like to move the photography of these animals in the focus of the art photography and show photos which are not only purely documentary."
Ademeit's incredibly artistic collection of images offers a wide range of emotions, capturing every grimace, ferocious roar, tender kiss, and twinkle in the varied creatures' eyes, each caught within a second of the animal's position he sought for. No wonder his highly acclaimed Animals series took 5 years to finish, patience being a part of the author's talent and mastership.
-Vadim Yatsenko
Bruice Collections, Kiew
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Giraffes Gallery
Of the three known giraffe species, one is nearly extinct, one is critically endangered, and the third is severely depleted....
Giraffes are the tallest mammals in the world, known for their long necks, long legs and distinctive patchy fur. Each giraffe has a unique pattern that works like a fingerprint. They live in the savannahs and open forests of Africa and feed mainly on leaves, preferably from acacia trees. Their long necks allow them to reach leaves and branches that are inaccessible to other animals. Giraffes are also known for their calm and elegant nature, but move surprisingly fast and can defend themselves effectively against predators. Despite their imposing appearance, they are under threat due to habitat loss and poaching. The protection of these majestic animals is essential for the preservation of biodiversity.
Giraffes
Of the three known giraffe species, one is nearly extinct, one is critically endangered, and the third is severely depleted....
Giraffes are the tallest mammals in the world, known for their long necks, long legs and distinctive patchy fur. Each giraffe has a unique pattern that works like a fingerprint. They live in the savannahs and open forests of Africa and feed mainly on leaves, preferably from acacia trees. Their long necks allow them to reach leaves and branches that are inaccessible to other animals. Giraffes are also known for their calm and elegant nature, but move surprisingly fast and can defend themselves effectively against predators. Despite their imposing appearance, they are under threat due to habitat loss and poaching. The protection of these majestic animals is essential for the preservation of biodiversity.
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